Skillet Mexican Zucchini
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4.9
Skillet Mexican Zucchini
Description
The recipe begins by cooking finely chopped garlic in olive oil to release its aroma. Diced zucchini is added and sautéed until just softened, maintaining a slight bite. Next, diced tomato and thinly sliced green onions join the pan, cooking briefly to meld flavors. Off heat, fresh cilantro, minced pickled jalapeño, and lime juice are folded in, adding herbaceous freshness, subtle heat, and brightness. The dish is seasoned with salt and freshly ground black pepper and finished with crumbled queso blanco or a similar cheese such as queso fresco, cotija, or feta. This topping provides a creamy and salty contrast to the vegetables.
This skillet preparation ensures the zucchini retains texture without becoming mushy, while the combination of fresh herbs, citrus, and cheese gives a balance of savory, tangy, and spicy elements. It is ideal as a side dish to Mexican meals or a light vegetarian option.
Ingredients
- 1 garlic finely chopped, clove
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 lb zucchini (diced)
- 1 tomato cored, seeded and diced, large
- 1 green onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 tbsp cilantro fresh, minced
- 1 tsp jalapeño minced, pickled
- 1/2 cup queso blanco or queso fresco, cotija or feta, crumbled
- lime juice to taste, fresh
- salt (to taste)
- black pepper to taste, freshly ground
Instructions
- Cook the garlic in oil in a large skillet over medium heat 1 minute, stirring until sizzling.
- Add zucchini and cook stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes or until slightly softened.
- Add the tomato and green onion and cook about 3 minutes.
- Remove skillet from heat and add cilantro, jalapeño and lime juice.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and top with queso blanco. Serve hot.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 102 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/4th of the recipe | |
| Calories | 102kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 211mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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